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6 Digital tools that encourage computational thinking

Neo LMS

The internet is full of valuable resources that teach you how to include computational thinking in the learning process, so I’ve collected six of the most used platforms with complex materials and guidelines to support educators: Scratch. Read more: Are classroom robots the NextGen of learning?

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How to Create a Classroom That’s a Safe Space for Failure

Edsurge

Bycraft, our robot goes backward!” And off they went, to work on yet another version of their robot. It’s much more impactful if I give some guidelines and constraints, but really let the students decide where to take it. One of my main areas of focus is middle school robotics; I love these classes with all my heart.

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Can AI Aid the Early Education Workforce?

Edsurge

Today, the use of this technology in education settings is underway, and states are even beginning to release guidance on how to navigate AI in schools. It is not about putting a robot in front of your child and losing control over everything. Panelists raised concerns as well: What are the ethical guidelines?

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Enough With the Screen Time Scare! How to Be Sensible About Children’s Device Use

Edsurge

When the American Academy of Pediatrics released its most recent set of guidelines for children’s media use, much of the list reflected the organization’s long-standing recommendations of limiting digital play time for toddlers to maintain a “healthy media diet.” The team took first place at a robotics competition earlier this year.

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Education and Artificial Intelligence: Navigating the Path to Transformation

Edsurge

The second dimension pertains to teaching young individuals how to harness AI for their future careers, leadership roles and learning opportunities. I think it is really important for humans to figure out in all realms of life how to team up with AI to amplify [their] capabilities. Graham Glass In May 2023, the U.S.

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The 5 Bs of online feedback teachers need to master

Neo LMS

Read more: How to give feedback to students in the online learning environment. Last time we explored a few tips on how to give feedback to students in the online learning environment. In this respect, you can give them some guidelines to follow to facilitate their success.

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What to Buy for Your Maker Space #makered

The CoolCatTeacher

See Todd’s show for guidelines. Ollie robots [link]. Chad explains how he presents those choices to students so they aren’t overwhelmed. Ozobot robots [link]. These students are programming Ollie robots. Some things Chad has in his maker space: Makey Makey kits [link]. LittleBits kits [link].

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